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February 9, 2010 Edition 

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Work/Life: the balancing act
In today’s climate, a nice work/life balance is one of the first workplace casualties. Perhaps employees should follow their CEOs’ lead and find time to workout no matter what. After all, one hour of exercise produces two hours of productive energy. To this end: Fitness forward female employees are finding new wardrobe items to transition seamlessly from the yoga mat to the boardroom.

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Is office gossip good
for you?

n caveman days, sharing gossip was key to survival. In a post-industrial society, it still forges connections, builds trust and teaches social norms.
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(Source: CTV)
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Tattoos linked to deviance?
A new study reveals what some bosses believe individuals with tattoos are apparently more prone to deviant behavior. The tattooed beg to differ.
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(Source: Canoe, CNews)
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Small business owners reluctant to hire skilled immigrants
Small business owners often boast about their organization’s agility. However, they’re reluctant to hire newly arrived yet highly skilled migrants.
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(Source: 24 Hours Vancouver)
 
 
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Bubble wrap turns 50
Getting your hands on a sheet of bubble wrap in the mailroom provides an odd moment of catharsis. Like many things, it was discovered by accident. Its inventor took his inspiration from the clouds he saw outside his window during a plane landing. In this video, men, women, boys and girls revel in the comforts of bubble wrap.
(Source: Canoe TV)

 
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